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Emmett Macfarlane

Last published Feb. 2026 · On our record since 2012

Where this writer stands

Federalism2 pieces

Ottawa leadsProvinces lead
“Her desire to flip what is known as the paramountcy doctrine ("giving provincial laws priority over conflicting federal legislation"), coupled with seeking provincial powers over judicial appointments, is also a nefarious attack on Canadian federalism.” Read the piece

Immigration2 pieces

Higher permanent intakeLower intake
“Smith's vision is one that would create a nightmarish, dystopian underclass. It is a cruel, inherently racist agenda, straight from the far-right populist playbook we have seen play out in the United States and other western countries.” Read the piece

Climate1 piece

Faster fossil phase-downSlower phase-down, production first
“The government has pulled back on major climate initiatives.” Read the piece

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